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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Assisted Long-Term Care?The Paradise Assisted Living Home & Adagio CareWhen your loved one is no longer able to live alone, The Paradise Assisted Living Home is a place where they will be well cared for, engaged, and prayed for. Our on-call licensed nurses are available as needed with...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Just moved mom in a few weeks ago, straight from rehab, and downsized from her assisted living home. It is an adjustment for her, but she really loves her new home. Robin and her staff are wonderful, and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mountain View Adult Care Home is an assisted living care facility in Arizona that is dedicated to helping your loved ones get the best care they need. They are able to help residents with assistance of simple, everyday tasks as well as help dementia and Alzheimer's patients remain safe and...
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I give this home 5 stars across the board. Mom and her children are very satisfied with the personal care that she is receiving, the cleanliness. of the home, the food, the people (patients). Most...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Ronald Home Care is a senior care home that is located in the sunny city of Phoenix, AZ in Maricopa County. Saguaro-studded mountains surround our quaint community. The outstanding scenery of Sonoran Desert will definitely amaze any visitor. Phoenix boasts a vast acreage of dazzling preserves and...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Covey on QuailtrackThe Covey on Quailtrack is a residential care home located in the upscale community of Scottsdale, Arizona in Maricopa County. Located 12 miles from downtown Phoenix, the city of Scottsdale has a number of amazing restaurants and cafes as well as plenty of quaint boutique...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Covey on QuailtrackThe Covey on Quailtrack is a residential care home located in the upscale community of Scottsdale, Arizona in Maricopa County. Located 12 miles from downtown Phoenix, the city of Scottsdale has a number of amazing restaurants and cafes as well as plenty of quaint boutique...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Paradise Living Centers' original Paradise Valley group home features eight living suites, complete with a private bathroom, including a master suite for couples or residents looking for more space. In addition, there are two private bedrooms with a shared bath. This elegantly remodeled Paradise...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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The Best Care Homes of Moon Valley is a very pleasant location. The people are great. They do some activities but a lot of times the people are just there sitting around watching TV. They do have walks in...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Best Care Homes of Moon Valley #3 is located in Maricopa county, Phoenix, AZ. It is a residential care home that lies within the Sonora Desert. The climate is arid creating hot summers and mild winters. Sunshine occurs in Phoenix nearly every day of the year. The desert is home to hundreds of...
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I found the facility to be adequate, very clean and provided quality care for my father during his illness and final days. The staff was attentive and kind. They followed instructions that the hospice staff...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Arizona's Golden Care (AZGC) is a family owned business that caters to caring of elderly and assisting them in their daily activities. We offer a warm and home-like setting where each resident is able to enjoy their individuality, independence and dignity. At AZGC, we maintain a comfortable...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Camelback Manor, the most luxurious assisted and independent living in Arizona, where luxury and tranquility meet.In our home-like atmosphere we offer compassionate care, dignified, safe and secure living and we help with all daily activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming,...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Lovin Manor is a beautiful group home that can house a total of 10 residents and has served the North Scottsdale area for more than 15 years. Our passion is care, and our qualified, experienced staff pride themselves on ensuring that your family member is cared for and kept comfortable during...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Grace and Mercy Assisted Living is a residential care home located in Maricopa County in Phoenix, Arizona. This capital city is one of the most interesting and unique cities in Arizona. Located within the beautiful Arizona desert with glorious mountain ranges in the background, Phoenix is home to...
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They're doing a great job here with my loved one. The staff are all very caring, friendly, and patient. My loved one needs a lot of individual attention which they are more than happy to provide here....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Best Care Home of Moon Valley #4 is located in Deer Valley Village in the northern end of the Phoenix, AZ metropolitan area. It is surrounded by newer estate complexes and natural preserves. Best Care Home of Moon Valley #4 is a need-specific facility with a maximum occupancy of 10 residents. The...
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Overall I thought they did a good job here, we just had a few specific issues that cause it not to work out well for us. The facility itself was nice looking, and always clean and well kept. The staff were...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Here at Golden memories in Phoenix, AZ you will find fantastic senior care for your loved one. This facility offers assisted living care, Alzheimer's care, and respite care. The levels of Alzheimer's disease accepted is stages one, two , three and four. Dementia services are also available and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Dixileta A.C.H. was referred to me by 2 of my trustworthy friends. The owners take pride in their home and provide excellent service along with taking care of the residents in the group home. The home is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Dixileta A.C.H. is located in Maricopa county, Scottsdale AZ. This is a residential care home that provides lifestyle assistance to senior residents in a group home setting. Scottsdale is arid as it lies within the vicinity of the picturesque Sonoran Desert. The desert provides a habitat to...
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My only concern with this care home is that the caregivers due not seem equipped to fully handle the care needs of a type II diabetes resident. This was a good place for mom but not for dad. The caregivers...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Chaparral Home Care is a residential care home located in the upscale city of Scottsdale, in Maricopa County, Arizona. Our beautiful city has an exciting and vibrant culture to offer our residents, with activities for people of all ages. Seniors and their loved ones can enjoy everything the city...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Scottsdale Villa  Assisted Living is Licensed for Five residents. It is located in a residential home. We provide Personal care, Supervisory Care and Directed care.Our Facility is near, Chapparall Park, Fashion Squire Mall, and Osborn Hospital.Our Facilities are located in a...

Cost of assisted living in Desert Ridge, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Desert Ridge is $3,655 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stotonic Village, AZ with an average of $3,385 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Desert Ridge, AZ vs. nearby cities

Desert Ridge, AZ
$3,655/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Desert Ridge, AZ vs. the state and national average

Desert Ridge, AZ
$3,655/mo
$3,736/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Desert Ridge vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,655/mo
$4,513/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Desert Ridge, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,033/mo
Private
$4,353/mo
Studio
$5,438/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,594/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,470/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,090/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Desert Ridge, AZ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Desert Ridge.

What families are saying about assisted living in Desert Ridge

Recent reviews for assisted living in Desert Ridge

Sky Vista in Mesa, AZ

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Sky Vista and the overall experience at this facility was great. The move in process was great. The staff, housekeeping and communication with the family were all excellent. I would recommend Sky Vista to others. I am 85 years old and I told my kids that ...
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The Auberge at Scottsdale

5.0
My husband has been in residence for one year and I have been there almost every night to sit with him and put him to bed. For the last 11 weeks I have not been able to be with him and at first I thought know one could take my place. I do Skype him twice a day and he is very happy. I watch ...
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Rody's ACH in Phoenix, AZ

5.0
The care my loved one is receiving is better than I could ask for. The caregivers are compassionate and loving. My loved one is receiving a lot of one on one care. Rodica is wonderful and definitely suits all of the patient's needs. The food they provide is good, but my loved one is not eating ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Comfortable and well-designed living spaces. Several reviews mention the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces in different communities, with some residents praising the spaciousness and nice layouts of their rooms. At Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, for example, one resident expressed appreciation for the larger size of her apartmen ...
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Attentive and caring staff. Residents often express gratitude for the compassionate and supportive nature of the staff at their communities, citing the long-term relationships that have been formed with caregivers. At Clearwater Pinnacle Peak, for instance, a family member noted the attentiveness and personal touches pro ...
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Community engagement through diverse activities. Activities play an important role in keeping residents engaged and active. Several reviews mention the wide range of offerings at their communities, from concerts and games to outings and craft classes. For instance, at Sunrise of Scottsdale, residents participate in regular activities like bi ...
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Thoughtful accommodations for dietary needs. Many reviews highlight the flexibility and care that communities provide in meeting residents' dietary needs. At Vista Living Camelback, for example, the staff cooks everything fresh for residents, and at Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale, the team accommodates individual preferences with a go ...
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Strong sense of community and social connection. The sense of community and social connection is a common theme in reviews, with residents expressing satisfaction in the friendly atmosphere and opportunities to build relationships with both staff and other residents. At Sunrise of Scottsdale, one resident commented on the welcoming nature of ...
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Continuous improvement and responsiveness to concerns. Reviews often highlight the importance of addressing concerns and continuously improving the living experience for residents. At Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, one resident appreciated the prompt response from staff in addressing maintenance issues, while at Brookdale Central Paradise Valley, ...
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Desert Ridge review score based on 271 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 271 reviews of 153 Desert Ridge assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Desert Ridge review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Desert Ridge review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Desert Ridge, AZ153 facilities
8.2
Scottsdale, AZ164 facilities
7.6
Paradise Valley, AZ236 facilities

Review subcategories for Desert Ridge assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 271 reviews of 153 Desert Ridge assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Desert Ridge resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Desert Ridge assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Ridge assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert Ridge, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Desert Ridge assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Desert Ridge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
52.7%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.3%
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.4%
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.3%
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.4%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.3%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.8%
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Desert Ridge assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Desert Ridge Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.4%
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.9%
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert Ridge assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Desert Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desert Ridge, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.1%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.4%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
28.4%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Desert Ridge assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Desert Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Ridge assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Desert Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
21.9%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.5%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.7%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.1%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.4%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.9%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.2%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.5%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
14.8%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Desert Ridge

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Arizona assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Desert Ridge protect seniors.

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North Scottsdale Retreat, Marigold Assisted Living and Golden Touch One Adult Care Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Desert Ridge, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 199 assisted living facilities near Desert Ridge, Arizona. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Desert Ridge, Arizona are North Scottsdale Retreat, McDowell Village and Acoya Troon by Cogir. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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